Cross and Sword: A Symphonic Drama of the Spanish Settlement of Florida
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Abstract
With a mix of dramatic monologues, dynamic characters, and symphonic storytelling, Paul Green recreates the tale of the founding and building of St. Augustine by Pedro Menendez de Aviles at the Timucuan village of Seloy. The play also recounts Menendez's rough beginnings in Spain through to a brighter future in newly discovered Florida.
The other identifiable local location is Matanzas Inlet.
The other identifiable local location is Matanzas Inlet.
"First produced in the Saint Augustine amphitheatre, June 27, 1965, in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the oldest city in America." ~ from the half-title page.
This play was declared Florida's state play in 1973 by the state's legislature.
This play was declared Florida's state play in 1973 by the state's legislature.
Identifier
PS3513 .R452 C7 1966
Access Rights
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Creator
Title
Cross and Sword: A Symphonic Drama of the Spanish Settlement of Florida
Publisher
London: Samuel French, Inc.
Date
Format
Paperback book
Language
English
Audience
Subject
Historical
Play or Opera
Race Relations
Play or Opera
Race Relations
Coverage
1st Spanish Period
Has Version
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References
McCarthy, Kevin. M. The Book Lover’s Guide to Florida. 1st ed. Sarasota, FL: Pineapple Press, 1992.
Bibliographic Citation
Green, Paul. Cross and Sword: A Symphonic Drama of the Spanish Settlement of Florida. London: Samuel French, Inc., 1966.
Collection
Citation
Paul Green, “Cross and Sword: A Symphonic Drama of the Spanish Settlement of Florida,” St. Augustine Fiction, accessed September 15, 2024, https://staugustinefiction.omeka.net/items/show/186.